Assistant Professor in Kinesiology

The AssistantProfessor in Kinesiology at Colorado Mesa University is responsible for

supporting the mission and culture of the University and the Department of

Kinesiology. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team in a

full-time, tenure-track position commencing in August 2026. This role is

specific to our K-12 Physical Education discipline.

This pivotal

role places a strong emphasis on teaching and advising, embodying the core

values of our institution. As an Assistant Professor in Kinesiology, you will

play a vital role in shaping the academic and professional development of our

students in the K-12 Physical Education program, while actively fostering and

leveraging existing relationships with key organizations.

The average

teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. ESSENTIAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  include

the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Instructing

courses for K-12 Physical Education and other Kinesiology programs. Courses

include :

• Foundations of Kinesiology

Applications of Physical Fitness and

Exercise Prescription

Organization, Management, and Legal

Liabilities for Youth Fitness Programs

Methods of Lifetime, Individual, and

Dual Activities

Methods of Creative Play, Dance,

Gymnastics, and Literacy

Methods of Teaching Physical Education

in Elementary Schools

Methods of Teaching Physical Education

in Secondary Schools

Scholarly

activity

Student

advising

Managing

the K / 12 Physical Education Club

Minimum Qualifications Required :

Preferred Qualifications :

Salary : $57, - 61, Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package : Department : Kinesiology Employment Type :  Tenure-track Faculty